Prepared for a storm

9/3/2019 (Permalink)

Preparing for a Flood:

Flooding can happen fast in many environments.  We recommend having the following list of items packed and ready to go in the event of an evacuation due to flooding:

• Water – 3+ day supply; one gallon per person per day
• Food – 3+ day supply non-perishable, easy to prepare food
• Flashlight(s) – with extra batteries
• Battery-powered or hand crank radio (NOAA Weather Radio)
• First Aid Kit – including medications and medical items (hearing aids, with extra batteries, glasses, contact lenses, syringes and cane.)
• Multi-purpose toolS
• Sanitation/personal hygiene items
• Copies of personal documents – deed/lease to home, birth certificates & insurance policies
• Camera for photos of damage
• Cell Phone – with chargers
• Extra cash
• Emergency blanket
• Maps
• Baby supplies if needed
• Pet supplies
• Tools & supplies for securing your home
• Extra clothing, hat and sturdy shoes
• Insect repellent and sunscreen